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According to the American Legion Auxiliary, Girls State is an opportunity for girls across all fifty states to focus on citizenship, leadership, love for God and country. May 31- June 5 marks the 75th anniversary of Girls State. Back in 1947 there were only 117 girls that attended; it has since topped over 400 girls per year. This year it is in Vermillion at the University of South Dakota.
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Prom! Graduation! Senior Trip! All these memorable events come with a price tag!
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Natalie Joelle Zacharias, daughter of Kimberly and Charles Zacharias, was born on October 4, 2002. She has two sisters Bailey Schultz and KaCee Zacharias.
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You know that the end of every sports season is approaching when the individualteams host Parents’ Night. Accordingto girls’ basketball coach, Brad Poppe, the purpose of Parents’ Night is “to recognize the parents of the athletes and their sacrifices.” Parents’ Night is a celebration in which athletes thank their parents for supporting them during their high school athletic careers. As parents gather at one end of the gym, player’s names are announced and the celebrants meet for the exchange of gifts. Maintaining tradition, players give a flower to their parent(s). This year, senior players decided to hand out white roses, whereas underclassmen will hand out red carnations. Following the exchange, the various groups gather for pictures.
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Services for Albert Simek, 94, of Avon were Monday, February 1 at the Zion Lutheran Church in Avon. Burial was in the Tyndall Cemetery with military honors. Peters Funeral Chapel in Avon was in charge of arrangements.
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Memorial services for Dwane Siewert, 79, of Avon were Saturday, January 30 at the First Baptist Church in Avon. Burial was in the Baptist Cemetery, rural Avon. Peters Funeral Chapel in Avon was in charge of arrangements.
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